Television Presenting: Testimonials
“I was 18 when I met Paulus and did Presenters Platform Level 1. And right from the start Paulus not only gave me the right platform to develop but he gave me the encouragement and most of all, the time.
The best thing about the Presenters Platform is that you’re surrounded by like minded people which proves as a great support when you’re looking from the outside, in to this industry. You start to feel more a part of it, and in turn, you become a part of it.
Paulus is now a great friend and I have the highest respect for him. The Presenters Platform allows you to develop and be honest with yourself and your aspirations. If you want to practise within a group that will truly and honestly give you an insight into the industry you have set goals to work in, I can 100% put my support behind the Presenters Platform.
If it’s just a bit of confidence and self awareness that you want- then by lord you’re going to get it!
I’ve met some wonderful people since my first course, and now at 21 I’m actually living it. If you want something, tell people, and prepare to work your behind off- do whatever it takes while remaining true to your morals and beliefs- it WILL pay off!”
Shannon Ryan
C4 & George FM
“I first joined Presenters Platform to improve on my presentation skills for facilitating nutrition courses, however I soon found myself enjoying the camera and it turned into improving my TV presentation skills too! Paulus not only gives you confidence in front of the camera, but in yourself. This helped motivate me to enter MasterChef – if you think you’ve got it, go out and get it!
Because of Paulus’ course I am now a much better public speaker and actually enjoy the media side of things (whereas before I would have run a mile away from anything to do with a camera!). I hold Paulus in the highest regard, both professionally and as a great friend. He has provided a wealth of knowledge, encouragement, support and friendship which has been invaluable to me.
I would highly recommend his courses to anyone with aspirations to present on TV or to become a more effective communicator”
Nadia Lim
Winner MasterChef 2011
Registered Dietitian
“Presenters Platform was an enriching experience. After being privileged enough to be crowned Miss World NZ 2011 I started to prepare myself for Miss World to be held in November 2011. I enrolled in the course after hearing many positive testimonials about Paulus and what he does. However none of these “shared stories” did justice to what I experienced. Presenters Platform is not only a course about presenting, it goes much deeper than that. I got to know myself better as a person.
Paulus has a unique teaching style and as a result he is able to push every person to reach their full potential. Every week you are presented with a challenge whether it is to memorise a tongue twisting script or to share your personal experiences in life you are always placed outside of your comfort zone. However Paulus also creates a safe, peaceful and comfortable environment in which you are able to learn and develop yourself mentally, emotionally and professionally.
I enjoyed the course to the extent that I found myself disappointed when every session would end and I was always looking forward to the next week’s exercises and excitement. I highly recommend this course to anyone. I made great friends and I have learnt many techniques that would be advantageous to me during my competition. I thank Paulus dearly for this enriching experience and I am sure to do stage two and three of Presenters Platform.
I enrolled in the course to get comfortable in front of the camera however I walked away with a life changing experience.”
Mianette Broekman
Miss World NZ 2011
“Presenters Platform is one course which I can fully recommend if you’re committed to developing your confidence and presenting skills in a manner in which personal growth is also achieved. Professional coaching combined with interaction with peers means you come away from weekly class feeling motivated and inspired with a renewed commitment to your goal. Paulus takes a genuine interest in you as an individual and provides ongoing support and encouragement on a one on one basis helping you to source and create opportunities. I took all 3 stages plus extra time utilizing Paulus’s ability to film and direct demos for me that got me work.
I have also secured another ongoing presenting job here in Dubai thanks to the youtube site you made me, so definitely let your students know that its a useful tool and may just get you noticed! I applied for a job which I saw advertised just calling for presenters in general for a health and fitness channel. I sent my resume, photos, and the link to my youtube – not really thinking much would come of it. Well, they called me that day, by that afternoon I was in their office for a meeting (and everyone, including the managing director had watched my youtube demos) and two days later I was screen testing. After the test they decided they wanted to work with me so I now do the Health, Fitness and Lifestyle News twice a week on their channel
They also gave me the opportunity to pitch my own show, which I did, and its under consideration. So thank you for the time you spent making those demos with me – they worked!”
Rebecca Richards
Physique TV, Dubai
“I started off the Presenter’s Platform as a 16 year old boy with a dream, burning ambition and potential. Under Paulus’ tutelage, I gained a renewed confidence and the tools I needed to become what I had strived to become – a TV Presenter.
The Presenter’s Platform equips you with the fundamentals of what it means to be a presenter. It helped me gain a sense of confidence, drive and identity of what I wanted to become. Running through actual scripts, conducting street interviews and interviews with guests are all elements of the course that will help shape you as a presenter.
Choosing to do the Presenter’s Platform is by far one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I hold Paulus’ knowledge and the Presenter’s Platform with the utmost regard, and highly recommend any aspiring presenters to give it a go.”
Gerard Seth
“Sticky TV”
“As a wife and mother,life coach and social entrepreneur I thought I was taking the Presenters Platform to increase my skill set….and ended up taking it to another level! The awareness I gained through Paulus’s intensely rewarding process enabled me to audition for numerous TVC’s and land my first central TV Presenting role just 2 weeks after completing the course. Without Paulus and his guidance I wouldn’t currently be incorporating what I love to do in life-on camera, awesome… just awesome.”
Alia Simpson
TV Presenter Family Feud
“The presenters platform, is a real life environment that tests, develops and nurtures your independent growth as a presenter.
Paulus tests the boundaries in a professional sense, which not only helps you but also provides a real context into what presenting can be like.
I would thoroughly encourage you all to sign up, for an entertaining fresh and challenging slant on presenting.”
Sam Kelway
Pick me MTV winner 2010
“I have completed levels one and two of the Presenters Platform course, and I would highly recommend it to anyone else in the performing arts scene. As a performing artist myself, I gained a lot of confidence in front of the camera, not just as an actress, but as myself. Paulus taught me the skills to be more open, to listen more, and be more aware of others when interviewing.
I have now enough knowledge to go and become a professional presenter in my field of work, and I would do the course all over again! His advice, mentoring and ongoing support even after the course is inspiring to keep going in the arts.”
Jessica Fong aka JJ Fong
“Paulus’s Presenter Platform Courses are awesome! I have done two courses and I walked away having developed confidence with and without the camera.
The skills you learn from his courses are invaluable and I would recommend to anyone trying to get into the industry. A few months after completing his course I picked up a 4 month presenter role for the Yellow Treehouse Campaign with Yellow Pages.
His courses are not only informative and challenging they are fun and you meet some really people whom are still my friends today.”
Tracey Collins
“My time spent training with Paulus gave me the base I needed to perform my job as co-host on “Dancing with the Stars”. The training experience was new, scary and emotional but also enlightening. I shall be back to learn more because knowledge of your craft is a valuable tool.”
Candy Lane
International Dance Adjudicator
Choreographer
Dance Teacher
TV Presenter
“Before starting the Presenters Platform courses I already thought that I was a good presenter having done a lot of public speaking over the previous 4 years. However the course blew me away. Not only did I expand my toolbox of skills, but I finished the courses being more confident – not just with presenting but with life in general. The courses gave me an X factor, and I’m so pleased I made the decision to enrol.
Paulus is not only an excellent tutor, but he also has years of presenting experience which becomes obvious as you progress through the courses. He is honest and critical, but in the good way which enables you to improve from week to week. And by the end of a 8 week course you’ll be surprised with the different person that exits. If you are prepared to put some effort into the courses, you will be well rewarded.
Ever since completing the courses I’ve found public speaking an absolute breeze. I’d recommend this course to everyone.”
Aaron Fleming
Motivational Speaker
NZ’s Ambassador for the Beijing Olympics
Author of the book “Purpose”
Ironman
“I have found the course inspirational every week, creatively and challenging yourself in a safe and confident environment. It has been emotionally fulfilling to have something new that pushes you out of your comfort zone, which has a positive affect in work and general everyday life. I have and would recommend this course to friends and colleagues.”
Amber Peebles
Red Bull Chronicles
ProActiv Presenter
Miss World NZ 2003/2004
“Paulus has become one of our regular guest lecturers, as the main coach for directors, helping them build rapport with actors, elaborate on stories and give “juice” to the projects at hand. He is very popular among students as he helps them expand their vision, narrative imagination, communication skills and in a nutshell; become better at directing actors. The New Zealand Film Academy is richer and more professional with Paulus on board.”
Asya Sirovnik
Manager
New Zealand Film Academy